Danilo Pérez’s The Panama Suite Available

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The Panama Suite by pianist Danilo Pérez has been released on ArtistShare label. Composed in celebration of his native Panama, proceeds from the recording go to the Danilo Pérez Foundation to provide education programs in Panama.

Combining urban sounds and Panamanian folkloric elements in a big band setting, the 15-minute work is divided into three movements: “Awakening/El Despertar”; “The Quest/La Busqueda”; and “The Celebration/Quiero Amanecer.”

The piece received its radio premiere on New Year’s Eve, as part of NPR’s Toast Of The Nation international radio broadcast.

More info: daniloperez.com



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